Tupande Biochar Compliance Specialist (Fixed-Term)
Core
Owns the facility's Compliance function, combining leadership of the Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) programme with responsibility for facility Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) programme design and oversight.
Role type
Compliance Specialist (HSE & MRV)
Builds
Data systems for feedstock, production, quality, and end-use data; HSE training and documentation; audit-ready documentation.
Domain
Biochar production / Carbon removal / Environmental compliance
Required skills
HSE programme design, MRV system management, audit coordination, data management, regulatory compliance, training delivery, corrective action management
Preferred skills
Carbon standards familiarity (Isometric, Puro.earth, EBC, IBI), East African context experience
Technologies
Environmental monitoring software, spreadsheets, data management platforms
Responsibilities
Design and maintain HSE programme including risk registers and emergency plans; Design and deliver HSE training; Manage MRV system for feedstock, production, and carbon calculations; Serve as primary interface with external verifiers and regulators; Prepare facility for audits and manage CAPAs; Train staff on MRV and HSE procedures; Develop training materials for field staff on biochar application.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
